HATTIESBURG, MS (WDAM) - Families First for Mississippi will be hosting a free community health fair in Hattiesburg on Wednesday.

The event is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m at 108 Sheffield Loop and is intended to help provide the necessary resources that families can benefit from, according to a Families First news release.

The fair will feature a variety of vendors to provide services and educational materials on important health issues affecting the community. Services will include blood pressure checking, oral health, diabetes, health eating, free giveaways and more.

"Successful community health fairs inspire healthy lifestyle changes. It is our hope that the Hattiesburg community and the surrounding areas take advantage of this fair in efforts to stride toward a healthier community." —Families First for Mississippi

Light, healthy refreshments will be provided and there will be kid-friendly booths. For more information, call 601-255-7510.